Tenn. R. Evid. 903

As amended through November 4, 2024

Rule 903 - Subscribing Witnesses' Testimony

The testimony of a subscribing witness is not necessary to authenticate a writing unless required by statute.

Tenn. R. Evid. 903

As amended by ordered filed December 14, 2009, effective July 1, 2010.

Advisory Commission Comments.

In will contests, T.C.A. § 32-4-105 requires calling subscribing witnesses to a will.

Advisory Commission Comment [2010].

The title of the rule is changed to reflect reality. A Tennessee statute does not necessitate testimony of all living witnesses in a will contest "if to be found." T.C.A. § 32-4-105.